Rope Access Technician Level I

PROtect, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

PROtect, LLC in Houston is seeking an entry-level Rope Access Technician Level I to work under supervision, focusing on safety, learning systems, and supporting field tasks. You will perform work while suspended using two-rope systems, assist inspections, and handling basic coating prep or removal, while following rigging and access procedures and site safety rules.

This role offers hands-on training, opportunities to advance through IRATA/SPRAT, and exposure to industrial services in high

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Level I/II/III Rope Certification SPRAT or IRATA is required or asset.
• NDT certifications are a plus but not required.
• Experience with coatings, insulation, pipe fitting, welding or mechanical work is a plus.
• Confined space certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform work while suspended using two-rope systems.
• Follow established rigging and access systems; do not design them.
• Carry out tasks such as cleaning, coating prep, and basic installation/removal.
• Assist inspections and participate in rescues as directed.
• Maintain tool tethering and dropped-object controls.
• Follow JSAs, permits, and site safety rules.

Skills

NDT Methods

Mechanical

Safety

Active Listening

Flexible Schedule

Physical Demands

Professional Appearance

Customer Service

Coordination

Operation Monitoring

Active Learning

Equipment Selection

Critical Thinking

Vision

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Level I/II/III Rope Certification SPRAT/IRATA

API 653/570/510 (asset but not required)

NDT certs UT/MT/PT/RT/DR/RAD 40 (asset)

Coatings, Insulating, Pipe Fitting, Welding, Mechanical

Confined space certifications (a plus)

Job description

Posted Monday, August 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Level 1

Rope Access Technician – Level I (IRATA / SPRAT)

Role Summary

An entry-level rope access technician who performs work-at-height tasks under the direct supervision of a Level III (and often Level II). Focus is on safe execution, learning systems, and task support.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform work while suspended using two-rope systems
• Follow established rigging and access systems (does not design them)
• Carry out assigned tasks such as:
• Cleaning, coating prep
• Basic installation or removal work
• Assisting inspections
• Maintain tool tethering and dropped-object controls
• Participate in rescues as directed
• Follow JSAs, permits, and site safety rules

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Level I, II or Level III Rope Certification through SPRAT or IRATA
• API 653, 570 & 510 an asset but not required
• NDT certs: UT, MT, PT, RT, DR, RAD 40 & state card (TX) and asset but not required
• Craft Experience & Certs: Coatings, Insulating, Pipe Fitting, Welding, Mechanical
• Confined space certifications is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• NDT Methods – Expertise in multiple NDT methods and willingness to engage in ongoing learning and application of skills an asset but not required
• Mechanical – Intermediate mechanical knowledge.
• Safety – Knowledge of, and willingness to follow and lead others to follow applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Apply these safety standards in the work environment and look out for other crew members.
• Active Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking appropriate questions.
• Able to Work a Demanding and Flexible Schedule - Strong work ethic required. Able to work long periods of time, up to 16-hour days. Able to respond to callouts on short notice and to stay on site, including long distance travel for extended periods of time.
• Physical Demands – Able to frequently lift and carry objects up to 75 pounds on loose, rough or uneven terrain. Able to occasionally exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 150 pounds with assistance. Climbing and working at heights, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, standing for long periods, walking, pushing, pulling, repetitive motion, working in confined spaces, working in extreme cold and heat, visual acuity, working near hazards including moving mechanical parts, working near electrical components and exposures to chemicals. Applicants must meet weight restrictions to ensure their safety when utilizing safety harnesses.\
• Professional Appearance and Conduct – Dress appropriately for the assignment and maintain good hygiene.
• Customer Service – Interact professionally with customers. Punctual arrival to assignments.
• Coordination – Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
• Operation Monitoring – Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine or process is working properly.
• Active Learning – Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Equipment Selection – Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Critical Thinking – Use logic and reason to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Vision – The ability to see details at close range (within 20 inches). Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. Ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to right or to left while eyes are fixed on a given point.
• Teamwork – able to work effectively as part of a team and to provide instruction to others effectively and professionally.

Work Experience

• Demonstrated skill, knowledge, or experience.
• HSA/FSA
• HSA Company Match
• 401K with up to 4% Match, 100% Vested immediately
• PTO
• Free Mental Health Courses and Resources
• Free Financial Coaching Classes/Resources